azure-cli-mcp

What is this MCP

This is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that wraps the Azure CLI, enhancing it with AI capabilities through natural language prompts. It exposes Azure cloud management functionality to AI assistants like Claude and GitHub Copilot.

How to use this MCP

The MCP can be installed via Docker or as a Java executable, configured with Azure credentials, and integrated with tools like VS Code or Claude Desktop. It currently runs locally using the stio transport for security.

What this MCP can be used for

The MCP enables AI-assisted Azure cloud management including resource listing/configuration, security fixes, and resource creation. It supports scenarios like checking Azure OpenAI rate limits, securing Blob Storage, or deploying containerized applications.